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VEGAPULS Air 23

VEGAPULS Air 23

VEGAPULS Air 23

Product catalog summary
Overview
The VEGAPULS Air 23 is an autarkic radar sensor designed for continuous level measurement in plastic vessels and IBCs. It operates using radio technology for wireless transmission of measured values, making it suitable for a wide range of liquids and bulk solids.

Key Benefits
  • Easy installation with no need for an external power supply due to its autarkic design.
  • Accurate measurements regardless of product, process, or environmental conditions.
  • Maintenance-free operation enabled by non-contact 80 GHz radar technology.

Functionality
The sensor emits a radar signal that reflects off the medium and is received back as an echo. This data is converted into a level measurement and transmitted wirelessly via LTE-M, NB-IoT, or LoRaWAN networks.

Technical Specifications
  • Measuring range: up to 3 meters (9.842 feet).
  • Deviation: ≤ 5 mm.
  • Temperature range: -20 to +60 °C (-4 to +140 °F).
  • Radio technology: NB-IoT, LTE-M, LoRaWAN.
  • Protection rating: IP69, Type 6P.
  • Materials: Wetted parts made of PVDF.

Application Examples
  • Level measurement in IBC vessels.
  • Level measurement in litter bins.

Adjustment and Remote Access
The VEGA Inventory System allows remote parameter changes via mobile radio, depending on the software version.

Power Supply
The device is powered by a permanently integrated lithium cell, providing a long service life.

Dimensions
The sensor is available in various mounting options, including adhesive, ceiling, and tension belt mounting.

Additional Information
Further details, including operating instructions and software accessories, can be found on the VEGA website. The site also offers tools for instrument selection and contact information for personal assistance.
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Catalog excerpts

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Specification sheet Autarkic radar sensor with measured value transmission via radio technology Continuous level measurement in plastic vessels Technical data Measuring range Deviation Process temperature Ambient, storage and transport temperature Radio technology Protection rating up to 3 m (9.842 ft) ≤ 5 mm -20 … +60 °C (-4 … +140 °F) -20 … +60 °C (-4 … +140 °F) NB-IoT (LTE-Cat-NB1), LTE-M (LTE-CATM1), LoRa WAN IP69 acc. to IEC 60529, Type 6P acc. to NEMA Materials The wetted parts of the instrument are made of PVDF. Housing version The sensor housing with high protection class IP69 enables continuous, maintenance-free operation outdoors. Application area The VEGAPULS Air 23 is the ideal sensor for level measurement in IBC and plastic vessels. The device measures through the closed vessel top and is suitable for almost all liquids and bulk solids. Application examples The VEGAPULS Air 23 is quickly installed by simple and secure adhesive, ceiling or tension belt mounting. As no additional power supply is required, the autarkic sensor offers a particularly economical solution. The sensor housing with high protection rating IP69 enables maintenance-free continuous operation even outdoors or when cleaning the container. Your benefit • Easy installation thanks to autarkic power supply and radio technology • Exact measuring results independent of product, process and ambient conditions • Maintenance-free operation due to non-contact 80 GHz radar technology Level measurement in the IBC vessel Function The sensor emits a radar signal through the antenna. The emitted signal is reflected by the medium and received as an echo by the antenna. The resulting level is converted into a respective output signal and wirelessly transmitted. Measured value transmission Depending on the availability of the radio networks, the device transmits its measured values wirelessly to an LTE-M (LTE-CAT-M1) or NB-IoT (LTE-CAT-NB1) mobile radio or a plant-side LoRaWAN network. The transmission or evaluation is carried out via an Asset Management System, e.g. VEGA Inventory System. Level measurement in the litter bin VEGA Grieshaber KG, Am Hohenstein 113, 77761 Schiltach/Germany, www.vega.c

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Adjustment The VEGA Inventory System offers the possibility - depending on the software version - to change parameters in the sensor by remote access via mobile radio (feedback channel). Software accessories such as the current device software and the appropriate operating software are also available there. Instrument selection On our homepage under " Products" you can select the suitable measuring principle and instrument for your application. There you will also find detailed information on the available device versions. Contact You can find your personal contact person at VEGA on our homepage...

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